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What is the primary focus of prenatal care in obstetrics?
What type of delivery is typically performed when a vaginal birth is not possible due to complications?
Which gynecologic disorder is characterized by abnormal uterine bleeding?
What is the purpose of a Pap smear in gynecology?
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What is the primary goal of reproductive endocrinology in OB-GYN?
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What is the purpose of an amniocentesis in obstetrics?
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Study Notes
Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN)
Definition
- Obstetrics: branch of medicine that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care
- Gynecology: branch of medicine that deals with the health and diseases of the female reproductive system
Obstetrics
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Prenatal Care:
- Regular check-ups and screenings during pregnancy
- Monitoring fetal development and maternal health
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Labor and Delivery:
- Stages of labor: early labor, active labor, transition, pushing, and delivery
- Types of delivery: vaginal birth, cesarean section (C-section)
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Postpartum Care:
- Monitoring maternal and newborn health after delivery
- Breastfeeding support and education
Gynecology
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Reproductive Health:
- Menstrual cycle and fertility
- Contraception methods (hormonal, barrier, etc.)
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Gynecologic Disorders:
- Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB)
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
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Cancer Screening and Prevention:
- Pap smear for cervical cancer screening
- Breast self-awareness and mammography for breast cancer screening
Procedures and Surgeries
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OB-GYN Procedures:
- Amniocentesis (prenatal testing)
- Ultrasound and other imaging techniques
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Gynecologic Surgeries:
- Hysterectomy (removal of uterus)
- Oophorectomy (removal of ovaries)
- Endometrial ablation (treatment for heavy bleeding)
Specialized Care
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High-Risk Pregnancy:
- Multiple gestations (twins, triplets, etc.)
- Gestational diabetes and hypertension
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Reproductive Endocrinology:
- Infertility treatment (ART, IVF, etc.)
- Hormone disorders (thyroid, adrenal, etc.)
Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN)
- Deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care (obstetrics) and the health and diseases of the female reproductive system (gynecology)
Obstetrics
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Prenatal Care
- Involves regular check-ups and screenings during pregnancy
- Monitoring of fetal development and maternal health
-
Labor and Delivery
- Four stages of labor: early labor, active labor, transition, and pushing
- Two types of delivery: vaginal birth and cesarean section (C-section)
-
Postpartum Care
- Monitoring of maternal and newborn health after delivery
- Breastfeeding support and education
Gynecology
-
Reproductive Health
- Menstrual cycle and fertility
- Contraception methods: hormonal, barrier, etc.
-
Gynecologic Disorders
- Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB)
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
-
Cancer Screening and Prevention
- Pap smear for cervical cancer screening
- Breast self-awareness and mammography for breast cancer screening
Procedures and Surgeries
-
OB-GYN Procedures
- Amniocentesis (prenatal testing)
- Ultrasound and other imaging techniques
-
Gynecologic Surgeries
- Hysterectomy (removal of uterus)
- Oophorectomy (removal of ovaries)
- Endometrial ablation (treatment for heavy bleeding)
Specialized Care
-
High-Risk Pregnancy
- Multiple gestations (twins, triplets, etc.)
- Gestational diabetes and hypertension
-
Reproductive Endocrinology
- Infertility treatment: ART, IVF, etc.
- Hormone disorders: thyroid, adrenal, etc.
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Quiz on obstetrics, dealing with pregnancy and childbirth, and gynecology, focusing on female reproductive health. Topics include prenatal care and labor and delivery.
